He is a character who is afraid of death.

I crossed to the island by ferry.

He accidentally rode his bicycle onto the curb.

The ferry is crossing the river.

He is playing the role of building bridges between the two countries.

We are planning to build a bridge over this river.

He excels in the ability to command English.

He made excellent use of that opportunity to fully demonstrate his abilities.

He was fulfilling his role as a governor.

His disloyal actions deeply hurt his friends.